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Launceston News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Launceston News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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Daily 2-minute local news for Launceston, Tasmania (Australia): key incidents, city decisions, events, weather, and trending stories. Fresh every day.

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  • Launceston: Sewer upgrade to support 10,000 new homes in Prospect Vale | June 17

    Launceston: Sewer upgrade to support 10,000 new homes in Prospect Vale | June 17
    Jun 16 2026
    Launceston: Local authorities in Launceston are moving forward with upgrading the Prospect Vale sewerage system to support 10,000 new homes and improve environmental sustainability. A chef died after a high-speed wheelie accident on a residential street, sparking calls for stricter safety regulations in the city.
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    2 mins
  • Launceston: Thick smoke reported from a house fire in northern Launceston. | June 16

    Launceston: Thick smoke reported from a house fire in northern Launceston. | June 16
    Jun 15 2026
    Launceston firefighters contain a house fire in the northern suburbs, while city officials discuss a revised riverfront physiotherapy facility and the former Gunns pulp mill's AI innovation hub. The Tasmanian Devils' player and a local sports star highlight the city's growing sports influence.
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    1 min
  • Launceston: Launceston to test emergency siren system today | June 15

    Launceston: Launceston to test emergency siren system today | June 15
    Jun 14 2026
    Launceston will test the national AusAlert system with a simulated emergency drill on June 15, 2026, while the former Gunns pulp mill site moves forward as an AI innovation hub. City officials also launched a tender for the Northern Suburbs Community Recreation Hub expansion, and Boag’s Devils coach made a surprise return to the VFL after being axed.
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    2 mins
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